Music

SCV artist’s journey from struggle to success

August 24, 2020

Longtime Santa Clarita resident Jonni Apollo remembers his introduction to music like it was yesterday. “When I was 5 years old, I was put behind my Uncle Louie’s drum set,

Valencia Jazz & Blues 2020 Concert Series canceled

June 20, 2020

Due to the restrictions still in place prohibiting large gatherings and concerts, Valencia Jazz & Blues Concert officials have decided to cancel the 2020 series. Set to begin June 19

Teen performs for seniors stuck at home

May 17, 2020

When Hart High sophomore Jonah Burckert was looking for a creative way to audition as section leader in the Hart Regiment Band, he thought he would find something to help

CalArts students wish you good ‘Karma’

April 30, 2020

A Valencia High School grad and California Institute of the Arts student recently stepped out of her comfort zone to help a fellow artist. Photographer Janelle Brosnan met award-winning singer

SCV resident creates a virtual symphony

April 21, 2020

As with many industries deemed “nonessential,” music and live entertainment have been severely impacted by the coronavirus pandemic. So, local composer Shie Rozow decided to bring the music to people

West Ranch High to host world famous Glenn Miller Orchestra

February 24, 2020

The West Ranch High School jazz ensemble is scheduled to host the Glenn Miller Orchestra for a one-night concert on Tuesday, March 10, to help fundraise for the school’s music program. The night will begin with an opening performance from the West Ranch jazz band and then the orchestra will perform some of Miller’s famous tunes.

A seat with the stars for the awards show

February 17, 2020

While Grammy night may seem full to the brim with stars and industry figures, not everyone in the crowd is famous.
There are also more than a few seat-fillers.

Local singer Stina releases first single

February 17, 2020

Stina learned firsthand how isolating Hollywood can be behind the glitz and glam. But instead of just moping about it, she turned her experience into art.

CalArts to take over Troubadour for Soundstream 2020

February 7, 2020

On Monday, CalArts students will perform at the legendary West Hollywood nightclub for the Soundstream 2020 showcase concert. From electronica to goth rock to Afropop by individual student artists and bands, Soundstream will showcase the talents of NMND, Tauri, My Boyfriend, Bridgette Blank, Skullmatter, Vicken Hovsepian, Makalo, Bart Tholamew and J.Lyn.

SCAA to host solo and group art shows

January 31, 2020

Starting Feb. 20, the Santa Clarita Artists Association is set to host free solo and group shows in Newhall for local artists, which the public can view for weeks at

A new music scene comes to The MAIN

January 10, 2020

SCENES will explore different music scenes from various cultures, time periods and regions of the globe and is meant as a replacement for the “Sidecar Music Series.”

Musical composition through the years

January 9, 2020

Walking into local composer Jerry Danielsen’s home studio, you’ll see a plethora of music equipment, evidence of a long career in the music industry. With dozens of guitars and amplifiers,

Santa Clarita Encore Chorale seeks senior fans of showtunes

January 1, 2020

The Santa Clarita Encore Chorale will begin rehearsals Jan. 10 for the group’s spring semester concert, “Encore Goes to the Theater.” Featuring songs selections from both Broadway productions and Hollywood hits, the concert caters to lovers of musical theater and film.